By D. A. Jawo In June 2018, I was one of five cabinet ministers whose services were terminated by President Adama Barrow in a major cabinet reshuffle, of course, without advancing any reasons for his decision because as executive president, the law gives him the powers to hire and fire[Read More…]
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Brikama Mini Stadium Shines Bright Ahead of Ramadan Night Football Tournament
Image Credit: MOYS The Brikama Sports Committee has received a significant boost ahead of this year’s highly anticipated “H.E. President Adama Barrow Ramadan Night Football Tournament.” Today, the committee officially took delivery of seven new floodlights valued at three hundred eighty-five thousand dalasi (D385,000), a generous donation from the Ministry[Read More…]
The Ministry of Youth and Sports Mourns Gambia’s Para Powerlifting Athlete
Image Credit: MOYS The Ministry of Youth and Sports expresses deep sorrow over the passing of Modou Gamo, one of The Gambia’s dedicated Para Powerlifting athletes. Gamo proudly flew the national flag at various international events, including the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games, bringing honour to our country through his strength[Read More…]
LRR First Maiden Championship Final Between Jarra West and Jarra Central
Jarra West FC emerged victorious in the LRRFA 1st Edition Zonal Championship Final at Soma Mini Stadium with a convincing 4-1 win over Jarra Central Fc. A brace from Bubacarr Susso who fired in the 38th with a beautiful tap to give his side the lead before half time. Karamo[Read More…]
President Bajo: My FIFA Appointment a Win for Gambia
The President of the Gambia Football Federation (GFF), Mr. Lamin Kaba Bajo, has described his appointment and recent inauguration as Chairperson of the FIFA Grassroots & Amateur Football Committee as a victory for Gambia’s football Diplomacy. Mr. Bajo, who is also a Judge at the FIFA Players Status Chamber since[Read More…]
Biri-Biri A Pioneer, Peerless Gambia Ambassador – GFF President
The President of the Gambia Football Federation (GFF), Lamin Kaba Bajo, remarked that Alhaji Momodou Njie, commonly known as Biri-Biri, was more than a footballer, describing him as a pioneer, a patriot, and a peerless ambassador of the Gambia. He also hailed Biri’s journey from the dusty grounds of Banjul[Read More…]
The Ministry of Health Hosts PHEPRR
Image Credit: MOH Gambia’s Ministry of Health is currently hosting the Regional Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Recovery Fellowship (PHEPRR). This program has brought together public health experts and practitioners from across West Africa. The fellowship aims to enhance capacities in emergency preparedness, response coordination, risk communication, surveillance systems, and[Read More…]
Oxygen Transportation Trucks for the Ministry of Health, with Funding Support
Image Credit: MOH The Ministry of Health has recently received two oxygen transportation trucks from UNDP The Gambia, funded by The Global Fund. These trucks were officially handed over to Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital (EFSTH) and Bansang General Hospital. The Ministry stated that this timely support will significantly enhance[Read More…]
Riders for Health Donates 54 Motorcycles to Ministry of Health
Image Credit: MOH The Ministry of Health has received 54 motorcycles from Riders for Health (RFH) as part of their existing contractual agreement. This ongoing collaboration enhances healthcare delivery across The Gambia by improving mobility for frontline health workers. These motorcycles will assist with routine outreach services, supervision, disease surveillance,[Read More…]
Government of Japan Gives Vital Support Items to Gambia through WFP
Image Credit: MOH The Government of Japan, through the World Food Programme (WFP), has recently handed over vital support items, including Moderate Acute Malnutrition (MAM) supplies, to support vulnerable children in flood-affected communities across The Gambia. Image Credit: MOH This initiative aims to meet the nutritional needs of children who[Read More…]
